But if the UUP had a revenue stream which was not dependent on holding ministerial office would it make them more likely to flirt with the idea of opposition?

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All design, manufacturing, marketing, sales, finance and back-office activities are dependent on information technology.

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That Staples varies its prices dependent on your distance to an Office Depot is the very argument in favour of allowing the big box stores like WalMart to set up where ever.

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